Broker comparison · updated 2026-07-29
Capital.com vs IG
Capital.com suits lower-entry CFD traders, while IG brings a broader market range and a deeper multi-jurisdiction operating footprint.
Our verdict
It depends on what you trade.
In this Capital.com vs IG comparison, Capital.com is the more practical fit for traders who want to begin with a small card or Apple Pay deposit and use a unified proprietary platform alongside TradingView and MetaTrader. IG is the stronger choice for readers who need a larger published market range, specialist platform options, or a broker with regulated entities across more regions. Neither result is universal: spreads, leverage, negative-balance protection, compensation arrangements and even inactivity charges depend on the legal entity and country. Both firms offer leveraged products, so a low entry deposit should not be mistaken for low trading risk.
Capital.com vs IG at a glance
 Capital.com |
 IG |
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|---|---|---|
| Our comparison score | 73.5 / 100 | 67.5 / 100 |
| Founded | 2016 | 1974 |
| Published market count | 5,500+ CFD assets | 17,000+ markets (international) |
| EUR/USD published figure | 0.6-pip pricing example | 0.6-pip min.; 0.85 avg.* |
| Card minimum deposit | 10 USD/EUR/GBP | $50* |
| Bank-transfer minimum | 50 EUR or equivalent | No minimum* |
| Main platforms listed | Web, app, TradingView, MT4/MT5 | Web, app, TV, MT4/5, PRT, L2 |
| Selected regulators | FCA, CySEC, ASIC, CMA, SCB | FCA, BaFin, ASIC, CFTC, BMA |
| Inactivity fee | Entity-specific; up to $10 noted | Entity-specific; UK page says free |
marks the stronger side on that row. Key numbers were re-checked on 2026-07-29. Terms differ by legal entity and country — confirm on the broker's own legal pages before funding.
Score breakdown
How Capital.com and IG earn their comparison scores, component by component — same methodology as every review on this site.
Fees comparison: the EUR/USD starting spread is the same, but published context differs
Capital.com and IG both publish a 0.6-pip EUR/USD example or minimum spread in the materials reviewed. That does not make their actual transaction costs identical. Capital.com uses a 0.6-pip EUR/USD quote in its pricing explanation, while IG’s CFD product details list a 0.6-pip minimum and a 0.85-pip average during its stated core-hours measurement window. Both brokers state that spreads are variable, and both can apply overnight financing, currency-conversion charges and, where offered, guaranteed-stop premiums. Capital.com publishes a 0.7% retail FX conversion mark-up; IG’s applicable conversion charge varies by entity and page, with current UK material showing 0.8%. Compare the live deal ticket for the exact account rather than treating either headline spread as an all-in price.
Platform comparison: Capital.com is streamlined; IG has more specialist routes
Choose Capital.com if a consistent web-and-mobile experience, plus direct access to TradingView, MT4 and MT5, is the priority. Its published platform page lists all five routes, and the broker says its current CFD range exceeds 5,500 assets. Choose IG if you may need more platform specialization or a much wider stated market catalogue. IG International advertises web and mobile platforms, TradingView, MT4, MT5, ProRealTime and L2 Dealer, although availability varies by jurisdiction and product. It also advertises more than 17,000 markets internationally. That breadth should not be read as a promise that every client can trade every market: products, platform integrations and account eligibility are entity-specific. For a straightforward multi-platform CFD setup, Capital.com is sufficient; for advanced charting, DMA-oriented tools or more market choice, IG has the stronger published lineup.
Regulation comparison: IG covers more jurisdictions, but the contracting entity matters most
IG has the wider published regulatory map. Its international offering names the FCA in the UK, BaFin and Deutsche Bundesbank in Europe, ASIC in Australia, FINMA in Switzerland, the FSCA, MAS, FMA, Dubai’s DFSA, Japanese regulators, the CFTC/NFA framework in the US, and the BMA for IG International. Capital.com also operates through several regulated entities: its regulator page identifies FCA, CySEC, ASIC, Dubai CMA and Bahamas SCB authorizations. For a European CFD client, Capital Com SV Investments Limited’s CySEC license is 319/17; its Bahamas entity is authorized by the SCB under SIA-F245. More licenses do not automatically create better protection for a particular account. Before depositing, identify the legal entity in the client agreement and verify its local rules for leverage, client-money treatment, complaints and compensation.
Funding comparison: Capital.com publishes the lower card threshold
Capital.com has the clearer low-entry funding figure on its international fee page: 10 USD, EUR or GBP for bank cards and Apple Pay, while wire transfers start from 50 EUR or the equivalent. It says deposits and withdrawals carry no broker fee, although a bank, intermediary or currency conversion can still add cost. IG’s current English help material says card deposits have a $50 minimum and bank transfers have no minimum; it also lists credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay and bank transfers as funding routes. The practical result is jurisdiction-dependent. A Capital.com client using an eligible card may be able to fund with less, while IG can be more flexible for a bank-transfer user who does not want a stated minimum. Check the payment screen before sending money, because available methods, limits, settlement times and conversion charges can change by entity and residence.
Research comparison: IG provides the wider in-platform analyst and tool set
IG is the better fit for traders who want broker-produced market material alongside execution tools. Its UK platform material highlights in-house IG and DailyFX analysis, an economic calendar, stock screener, trade signals and alerts. Its broader platform stack also supports specialist workflows through ProRealTime and L2 Dealer where those services are available. Capital.com takes a more platform-centered approach: its web and mobile products emphasize market information, charting tools and portfolio data, while TradingView, MT4 and MT5 support technical and automated workflows. Capital.com also maintains educational material, but that is not the same as a large published analyst-and-screening suite. This is not a judgment on trade quality or investment outcomes. It is a distinction in the research experience advertised by each firm, and feature access can differ by account entity, country and platform.
Which broker fits you
- You want the lowest published eligible card or Apple Pay funding threshold.
- You prefer Capital.com’s proprietary web and mobile platform with TradingView and MetaTrader access.
- You are comfortable with a CFD-focused range rather than IG’s wider published market catalogue.
- Your exact Capital.com legal entity offers the products and protections you require.
- You need a broader published market range or specialist tools such as ProRealTime or L2 Dealer.
- You value IG’s deeper set of published market-analysis tools, alerts and screeners.
- You need to assess an IG entity regulated in your own region, including the UK, EU, Australia or US.
- You fund primarily by bank transfer and the applicable IG entity confirms the available payment terms.
Common questions
Is Capital.com or IG cheaper for EUR/USD trading?
Neither broker can be declared universally cheaper from the advertised starting figure alone. Both publish a 0.6-pip EUR/USD minimum or example, but IG also publishes an average-spread measure for its CFD account. Live spreads, overnight financing, currency conversion and the relevant legal entity can materially change total cost.
Does Capital.com or IG have the better trading platform range?
IG publishes the broader specialist lineup, including ProRealTime and L2 Dealer in supported locations, alongside web, mobile, TradingView and MetaTrader. Capital.com lists its web platform, mobile app, TradingView, MT4 and MT5. The better choice depends on whether advanced specialist tools or a simpler integrated setup matters more.
Are Capital.com and IG regulated by the same authorities?
No. Both operate through multiple entities. Capital.com identifies, among others, CySEC, FCA, ASIC, Dubai CMA and Bahamas SCB oversight. IG identifies a larger regional list that includes the FCA, BaFin, ASIC, CFTC/NFA framework and BMA. Your account agreement determines which regulator applies.
What is the minimum deposit at Capital.com versus IG?
Capital.com’s international fee page states 10 USD, EUR or GBP for eligible bank-card and Apple Pay deposits, with a 50 EUR wire-transfer minimum. IG’s current English help page states a $50 card minimum and no bank-transfer minimum. Currency, payment method and residence can change these figures.